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Old 07-05-2017, 11:02 AM
Howard Klepper Howard Klepper is offline
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Originally Posted by dekutree64 View Post
Yep, this is the way to do nut compensation. Ignore the open strings and adjust the saddle until all fretted notes play in tune. Then check how sharp the open notes are and file the nut back accordingly for each string. You should end up with two ramps like the saddle, with the low E and B being closest to the 1st fret, and high E and G farthest from the 1st fret.
This post begins by quoting me and then agreeing, but I said nothing about how to do nut compensation.
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